Today we’d like to introduce you to Everret Maxine
Hi Everret, so excited to have you with us today. What can you tell us about your story?
Everret Maxine experienced her first great loss at the age of 10 when her great-aunt passed away. That experience with death would leave a void that was filled with a quickly blossoming relationship with Christ. She lacked the confidence to be her person and not be moved by the opinions of others. Because of the challenges she faced at home, and the tension at school she began suffering from depression during her teenage years and often thought about committing suicide, but her relationship with Christ would hinder her from completing the task.
In 2018 she would settle in Pearland, Texas fleeing the comfort of living in her hometown of Bay City, Texas, due to the constant threats against her life and stalking from her estranged husband. The beginning of 2018 was filled with promises and hope for a peaceful future in her new location. Unfortunately, 2018 would cause her to live on faith she did not know she had, seek God like she never had before, and pray for encouragement daily as she dealt with the passing of her grandmother, on May 28th, and her mother would be found deceased June 19th, of that same year. Her 20-year relationship, which consisted of 10 years of marriage, would come to an end with the finalizing of her divorce on November 5th, 2018. Despite her losses, she followed through with her goal to return to Texas Southern University to finish her degree in math/science education in the Fall of 2018, which she completed in November 2020. She also holds an AAS in Environmental, Health, and Safety for TSTC 2017 and an MS in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas Tech University. She currently pursuing an MA in Counseling at Dallas Theological Seminary.
In July 2019, her podcast was birthed titled “The Absence of Her” in memory of her mother in which she shares her truth from childhood to adulthood about being sexually abused, living with the spirit of rejection, grief, and issues facing women daily. After being a client of therapy from 2017-2021, she promotes the need to be mentally healthy. Her belief is she has not survived for herself but to help others through her testimonies and truths. Her courageous voice has been heard across more than half the United States and a few countries abroad. In February 2024, she founded “The Absence of Her” Community and in August 2024, she published her first book “Crawling to the Cross”. She can be followed on Instagram @iameverretmaxine, Facebook Iameverretmaxine, and her YouTube channel Everret Maxine.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
No, it has not been a smooth road. Learning how to navigate life as a divorced woman and becoming a motherless daughter in the same year, at times felt overwhelming. Just last year I was diagnosed with occipital neuralgia which stripped me of 8 months of my life, due to the incapacitating headaches.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
Everret Maxine is a passionate writer, advocate dedicated to supporting teenage youth and committed servant in her local church. She is the host of “The Absence of Her” podcast, where she encourages listeners to realize they are not alone in their struggles. As the founder of “The Absence of Her” Community, Everret provides vital support to women and teen girls navigating the loss or absence of a mother. Drawing from her personal experiences and faith, she aims to inspire resilience and connection. When she’s not writing, podcasting or volunteering at church, Everret enjoys engaging with her community and fostering discussions around mental health and spirituality.
Everret published her first book “Crawling to the Cross”, upon her return from her 3rd international mission trip to the Czech Republic. In February of 2025, she published her 2nd book, a prayer and mood journal, titled “Praying from the Pit”,
Let’s talk about our city – what do you love? What do you not love?
The least thing to like about Houston of course is the TRAFFIC.
The best thing is the different cultures in one city, so you can experience different foods, events and experiences all in Houston.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.theabsenceofhercommunity.org
- Instagram: @iameverretmaxine
- Facebook: @iameverretmaxine
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@iameverretmaxine
